1981 Nissan Leopard vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 156 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Camry (197 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Leopard | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Leopard | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
